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Lisa Ryan on Gratitude, Culture and Retention in Manufacturing

Live from the FABTECH show floor, Dean Phillips sits down with Lisa Ryan, Chief Appreciation Strategist, Grategy, and author of The Six Gears of Gratitude. In this episode, Lisa shares insights about transforming toxic workplace cultures into thriving, engaged environments.

She discusses the importance of recognition, acts of service and accountability in building stronger teams—and how manufacturers can better connect with younger generations entering the workforce. Lisa also highlights the role of industry events like FABTECH in retaining employees, transferring knowledge across generations and inspiring innovation.

Dean and Lisa discussed: 

• Why gratitude and recognition are essential tools for retention and culture change.
• How reverse mentoring helps bridge the gap between retiring baby boomers and digital-native employees.
• The value of bringing employees to industry events to spark pride, learning and loyalty.
• Why culture change is a process, not a one-time initiative.

Listen in to discover how small, intentional practices of appreciation can lead to big shifts in workplace engagement and long-term success.